2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 303 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | CLK | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
